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On January 1, 1966, New York came to a standstill as the city's transit workers went on strike. This was the first day on the job for Mayor John Lindsay - a handsome, young former congressman with presidential aspirations - and he would approach the issue with an unconventional outlook that would be his hallmark. Against this backdrop, too, the sporting scene saw tremendous upheaval.

Enjoy Cricket? The Silver Stumps Podcast is the only cricket podcast aimed at cricketers aged 60+Based in the UK and co-hosted by county veteran cricketers Grant Timms and Trevor Lee the Silver Stumps podcast focuses on the thriving masters cricket arena where teams of Over 60s and 70s do battle over 22 yards. Get ready for entertaining interviews, topical discussion and tips for a long innings.If you have an idea for the show or wish to make a contribution please drop an email to podcast@trevorjlee.com

New York Times bestselling author and acclaimed presidential historian Douglas Brinkley chronicles the rise of environmental activism during the Long Sixties (1960-1973), telling the story of an indomitable generation that saved the natural world under the leadership of John F. Kennedy, Lyndon...

Who is Rampaging Roy Slaven? An Australian icon, a raconteur, an athlete of unsurpassable - and some may say improbable - sporting feats. Whether it was riding Rooting King to another Melbourne Cup victory, commentating the Olympics or hobnobbing with the country's upper crust, Rampaging Roy...